The 5 Phases of MDM Full Track

PHASE 1

• E-learning available online at ASA University
• Required reading with Brief Assessments
• Keep a journal to document what you have learned
• Network with other MDM candidates

Review the phase 1 curriculum, including the online and reading portions (pdf)

phase 2

• attend the university of innovative distribution (uid)
• takes place every march for 4 days with registration beginning in october 
• the uid program  offers a superior educational program that is laser-focused on the unique needs of industrial wholesale distribution 
• network on a national scale

phase 3

• customizable phase—choose program relevant curriculum to shape your professional path
• focus on the essentials that you need to lead a more profitable business
• the elective courses and readings are completely customized by you

30/40 rule: 40 hours of elective courses, training and books total, of which up to 30 hours can be company specific training

phase 4

• study for and register for the final assessment
• test focused on elearning requirements learned in phase 1 
• passing the assessment with 85% or better to achieve mastery
• create a proposal of your capstone project ideas to the graduate review committee
• get feedback and tips from industry leaders to help you bring your project to fruition

phase 5

• execute your project and record your results and adjustments
• write a thesis using the b.a.r. template (background, action, result)
• give your presentation of your capstone project to the grc
• demonstrate your understanding and ability as a successful distribution manager

review the phase 5 curriculum, capstone project details (pdf)

Need Some Suggestions for your Elective Courses and Readings. Here is a list of recommendations from ASA:

registration (includes mdm fast track option)
elective courses
final assessment registration

other forms:
mentor evaluation form
b.a.r. template